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February 2016 Preservation News & Events
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Federal Historic Tax Credits: Fuel for Cleveland's Future?
CRS's Annual Luncheon on March 4
Last year Cleveland was hot; this year we're on fire! 2016 will be a historic year with the unveiling of a redesigned Public Square followed swiftly by the Republican National Convention. Behind the scenes, enabling many of the city's redevelopment deals are historic tax credits; they have been the fuel for Cleveland's bright future. Join us from 11:30 a..m to 1:30 p.m. in the Mint Ballroom at The 9 to hear Congressman Mike Turner (R-OH, 10th District), a leader in the field of historic preservation. Congressman Turner will share his experiences as co-chair of the Historic Preservation Caucus and as champion for federal historic tax credits. Thanks to our Platinum Sponsors: Sandvick Architects, Inc. and Precision Environmental Co. and our Gold Sponsors: Coon Restoration and Sealants, Inc. and PCS Builders.
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Nominate an Outstanding Project for a 2016 Preservation Award
The Cleveland Restoration Society and AIA Cleveland are joining together once again to recognize outstanding historic preservation projects around the region. Preservation award nominations are being accepted through 5:00 p.m., February 15 for 2016 Celebration of Preservation Awards. Awards are selected by a jury of historic preservation experts and certified architects. Individuals, businesses, organizations and the projects they complete are recognized for demonstrated excellence and their outstanding commitment to historic preservation. Click here for more information and the nomination form. |
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Donate to the Ohio History Fund
Now's the time to make a donation on your Ohio Tax return to the Ohio History Fund. This Fund was created to promote the preservation and sharing of Ohio's heritage by funding local, regional and statewide projects, programs, and events related to the broad sweep of the state's history. Funded from Ohio tax returns, it is a competitive matching grants program that requires grant recipients to have a matching funding source. Since its inception in 2011, 33 organizations have received funding through the program - putting your tax dollars to work making Ohio a better place to call home.
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Call For Presenters for
Heritage Ohio's Annual Conference
Heritage Ohio is seeking presenters for its Annual Revitalization & Preservation Conference, to be held October 10 - 12 in Cincinnati. Presenters are encouraged to submit topics related to downtown revitalization strategies for sessions of 30, 60, or 75 minutes with an emphasis on activity-based sessions. With an expected audience of 300, composed of main street managers, main street board members, revitalization activists, municipal staff members, economic development professionals, historic preservation activists, developers, and preservation consultants, don't miss out on sharing your downtown preservation strategies! Submissions are due by February 29.
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Old House Fair Call for Exhibitors
Heritage Ohio is holding the second annual Old House Fair in May this year in historic downtown Medina and is looking for demonstrators to submit session proposals. They are predominantly looking for artisans interested in teaching or giving demonstrations on masonry, plaster, windows, stonework, painting, and energy efficiency, in addition to other specialties.
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New Logo and Website for
Ohio Arts Council
The Ohio Arts Council recently revealed new branding with a new logo and revamped website. Along with their website is a streamlined online grants system named "ARTIE" - Arts Resources Through Innovation and Engagement, with resources posted for artists, organizations, educators, and the general public. Striving for greater expression in print, around town, and online, OAC's new identity encapsulates collaboration between all of us and encourages you to express your story.
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Shaker Heights Awards Nominations
Nominations are now being accepted for Shaker Heights' 2016 Landmark Commission Preservation Awards. This awards program was established in 1998 to recognize and highlight property owners who have preserved and improved their properties. Exterior projects completed within the last two years are eligible. Nominations can be submitted for any building in Shaker Heights, including homes and apartment buildings, commercial buildings, and other structures. Award categories include:
- Retention of Original Materials
- Exterior Restoration
- Excellence in Stewardship
- Distinguished Landscape
- Architecturally Appropriate Addition
Nominations will be accepted online through March 31.
View the nomination form and past winners here.
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Shaker Heights Preservation Month Photo Contest
The Shaker Heights Landmark Commission invites you to capture what you love about Shaker Heights in the Fourth Annual Preservation Month Photo Contest. The contest was created in honor of National Preservation Month. The City is looking for striking images that digitally preserve the best of Shaker Heights. Share images of what makes the city special and beautiful to you. One or more winners will be selected in the categories of Architecture/building; Landscape/nature; and Community (event, street/sidewalk scene, etc.). Submissions will be accepted online through March 31 and winners will be announced May 1. The contest is free and open to all.
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**SOLD OUT** SNOOP! of Drury Plaza Hotel Cleveland
Thank you for your interest in our SNOOP! of the Drury Plaza Hotel on February 27. Never before have we filled a SNOOP! tour so quickly! The response was overwhelmingly positive and we wish there was room for all who would like to attend. Thank you for all of the phone calls and emails sharing your personal memories of the building and expressing your excitement about the project. CRS couldn't agree more with the shared sentiment. CRS President Kathleen Crowther was quoted in the Plain Dealer stating CRS's enthusiasm and support for the project. More SNOOPS! are being scheduled and will be announced this month, so stay tuned!
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Winter Decorative Arts Classes in Hudson
Following up on the highly successful series it offered last winter, Hudson Heritage Association has announced that it will sponsor a four-week course that will examine the history of decorative arts in America. The course, which will examine the evolution of furniture styles, textiles, ceramics, glass sliver and other metals in context of society at large, will begin Monday, February 22. The four-class course will be taught by Christie Borkan, an authority on American and Ohio architecture who has taught and lectured at Hiram College (and who is responsible for the stenciling on the first floor of CRS's Sarah Benedict House). All classes will be held at Hudson's First Congregational Church from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Reserve your spot by February 15.
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Shaker Heights Garden Program
On February 21 at 3:00 p.m., the Shaker Historical Society will present the next edition of their "Gracious Gardens of Shaker Heights Series," with a discussion by Dr. Ware Petznick of Mrs. Luthi's Garden. Based on the original receipts in the SHS archives, the discussion will revolve around the original landscaping and gardening design of the Shaker Heights residence built in 1925-26 for Arthur and Helen Luthi. Drawing on clues from the Luthi Garden, Dr. Petznick will expand the discussion to what varieties of plants were available to Shaker Heights' new gardens during the 1920s. Registration is free for SHS Members and $10 for non-members. Call Ruth Zeager at 216-921-1201 to RSVP. Click here for more information.
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Historic Shaker Mansion Saved and Offered for Sale
Have you always wanted to own a landmark Shaker Heights home? CRS has rescued the original Van Sweringen model home at 2834 Courtland Boulevard and is now offering it for sale. This is a gorgeous house on a double lot, in need of a full-scale rehab. What an amazing opportunity to own a piece of Shaker history!
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Calendar
February 10 Webinar "Funding Opportunities through the USDA"1:00-2:00 p.m., registration required, $$ Heritage Ohio February 21 "Mrs. Luthi and Her Shaker Heights Garden" 16740 South Park Blvd., Shaker Heights 3:00 p.m., registration required, $ Shaker Historical Society February 22 Winter Course on American Decorative Arts First Congregational Church, 47 Aurora St., Hudson Hudson Heritage Association February 24 Main Street Revitalization Series: "Maximizing Commercial Real Estate" Heritage Ohio February 27 SNOOP! of Drury Plaza Hotel 1380 East 6th St., Cleveland 10:00 - 11:00 a.m., SOLD OUT, FREE for members Cleveland Restoration Society |
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Save the Date
March 1 Statehood Day Ohio Statehouse, Columbus Heritage Ohio Ohio History Connection March 4 Community Luncheon Mint Ballroom, Metropolitan at The 9, Cleveland Cleveland Restoration Society May 24 Celebration of Preservation Ohio Theatre, 1511 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. Cleveland Restoration Society June 24 Beer & Brats @ the Benedict Sarah Benedict House, 3751 Prospect Ave., Cleveland 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. Cleveland Restoration Society |
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